Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour an 8×8-inch (20x20cm) baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Make the Crumb Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
- Stir in melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping over the batter, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Add the Glaze (Optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
- Serve:
- Slice the cake into squares and enjoy with a hot cup of coffee!
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add a handful of chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) to the crumb topping.
- If you like a more intense coffee flavor, add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee granules dissolved in 1 tablespoon of hot water to the batter.
Enjoy your homemade coffee cake! 😊
